next-gen
adjective
: of or relating to a potential, forthcoming, or brand-new version of an existing product or technology : next-generation
next-gen medicines
Next-gen tactical lasers will likely be electrically-powered and diode-pumped, since chemical lasers require storage and transport of heavy ingredients.—
Eric Adams
Eric AdamsThose plans could include solar panels, modern heating and cooling systems, and next-gen tech to support a fleet of electric-powered buses.—Justin Engel
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Created in partnership with the bionic footwear and apparel brand Dephy, the next-gen design is engineered to augment natural lower-leg and ankle movement, providing extra power for everyday exercise.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 24 Oct. 2025
Whether the hiring projections come to fruition or not, Morgan Stanley estimates that cost savings from the automation ambitions could result in between $2 billion and $4 billion in cost savings if 40 delivery fulfillment centers were equipped with next-gen robotics by the end of 2026.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 23 Oct. 2025
For any maison aiming to crack the next-gen code, write a truly local story and grow alongside China, the app is now mission-critical.
—Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2025
For example, SpaceX employed a new landing burn strategy with Super Heavy today, trying out an engine configuration that will be used by the next-gen version of the booster.
—Mike Wall, Space.com, 14 Oct. 2025
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Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 24 Oct. 2025
Whether the hiring projections come to fruition or not, Morgan Stanley estimates that cost savings from the automation ambitions could result in between $2 billion and $4 billion in cost savings if 40 delivery fulfillment centers were equipped with next-gen robotics by the end of 2026.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 23 Oct. 2025
For any maison aiming to crack the next-gen code, write a truly local story and grow alongside China, the app is now mission-critical.
—Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2025
For example, SpaceX employed a new landing burn strategy with Super Heavy today, trying out an engine configuration that will be used by the next-gen version of the booster.
—Mike Wall, Space.com, 14 Oct. 2025
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“Next-gen.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/next-gen. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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